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2 Thalers - Ferdinand III Graz
| Silver | 57.6 g | 59 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1641 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.6 g |
| Diameter | 59 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned ornamental arms in oval shield, small Styria shield on top (panther spitting fire), surrounded by the chain of the order of the Golden Fleece, within a circle. The crown breaks the circle and divides the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI AVSTRIÆ DVX BVRGVNDIÆ STYRIÆ ETc
Comment
Broad planchet (59 mm vs 49).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Ferdinand III (Graz) 1639-1641 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Austrian Empire. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the empire was struggling to rebuild and maintain its power. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs on both sides. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a symbol of the empire's wealth and status at the time.
